For over 32 years, Sportscard Fantasy’s has been a beloved part of the Santa Maria community—connecting generations of sports fans through a shared love of trading cards, sports apparel, memorabilia and all things sports related.

 

Now, this family-owned shop, built and run by longtime resident Curt Miller, has been given an eviction notice and is being forced out of its location in the Santa Maria Town Center Mall to make way for Pro Image Sports, a corporate chain, who seeks to capitalize off his long standing customer base and location, offering the same type of products—despite other vacant units in the mall.

 

This isn’t just the potential closure of a store—it’s the possible erasure of a pillar of Santa Maria’s small business community, with deep roots and loyal customers built over three decades.

 

Making this situation even more unnecessary is the fact that Curt had already planned to sell Sportscard Fantasy’s within the next 6 months, giving a new owner the chance to carry forward a successful, respected local business. His goal was to retire honorably and pass the store on to someone who values the community and the customer base he’s built.

 

But now, that transition is at risk—because the mall is trying to displace him instead, clearing the way for a national chain to move into his space, and into his market.

 

🛍️ If you want to support this legacy directly, you can visit Sportscard Fantasy’s in the Santa Maria Town Center Mall and shop in-store. Every purchase helps. Every show of support matters.

 

💼 And if you or someone you know is interested in buying this thriving local business, Curt is actively seeking a buyer. This is a chance to own a profitable shop with a long-standing customer base and built-in community trust.

 

📣 We ask the Santa Maria Town Center Mall and local leaders to:

 

Halt the forced eviction of Sportscard Fantasy’s
Respect the store’s 32-year presence and history
Support small business continuity, not corporate takeover
Preserve a space where Santa Maria’s unique small business community can thrive

 

 

✍️ Sign this petition to support Curt Miller and Sportscard Fantasy’s.

💬 Share this petition with friends, family, and your favorite local Facebook groups.

🛒 Shop in-store today to show that this business matters to Santa Maria.

 

Let’s make sure Curt’s legacy—and this special store—aren’t erased by corporate pressure. Together, we can fight back and protect the soul of our local economy.

Contact Curt directly:

(805) 349-9967 

bbcardguy7@netzero.net